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Does Belgium have trams?

You can travel by tram in the cities of Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent and Charleroi. You can travel along the entire coast by taking the coast tram (in Dutch). The metro is currently only available in Brussels.



Yes, Belgium has one of the most extensive and historic tram networks in Europe, with major systems operating in Brussels, Antwerp, Ghent, and Charleroi. The capital, Brussels, features a massive network with both surface-level streetcars and "Pre-metro" lines where trams run in underground tunnels through the city center. Perhaps most famous is the De Lijn Coastal Tram (Kusttram), which is the longest tram line in the world. It runs for 67 kilometers (42 miles) along the entire Belgian coastline, from De Panne near the French border to Knokke-Heist near the Dutch border, stopping at 68 stations along the way. In 2026, the Belgian tram systems are almost entirely modernized, utilizing "low-floor" vehicles for easy accessibility and integrated "contactless" payment systems like the MOBIB card. Whether you are navigating the historic cobblestone streets of Antwerp or taking a scenic ride along the North Sea, the tram remains a vital, eco-friendly, and highly efficient mode of transportation that is deeply woven into the daily life of Belgian citizens and a favorite for tourists exploring the country.

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Tram tickets and costs in Belgium Check with De Lijn, STIB/MIVB, and TEC for tram ticket prices. Tickets can be bought on the tram with your contactless card, or else from ticket vending machines at your tram station. A single ticket is valid for 60 minutes and can be used in conjunction with other transport modes.

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Lyon, France Lyon won the gold for being home to the best performing tram system in large cities across the world.

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Brussels public transport tickets prices Inner-city Brussels public transport uses unified ticketing system so you can use the same ticket for bus, metro, tram or a combination. The simplest way is to buy a single-fare ticket as you enter the vehicle. This costs €2,50.

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Languages in Brussels The capital region of Brussels is bilingual, so Belgians normally speak French and Flemish fluently. Normally locals also speak English. Belgium has three official languages: French, Dutch and German.

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Regional buses serve every area of Belgium, from whichever is the nearest city or large town. In general, the only part of the country where it makes sense to plan on going by bus instead of by train is the Ardennes, which has few rail lines. Fares and schedules are available from STIB (tel.

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The Roosevelt Island Tram in New York City is perhaps the most iconic tram in North America, as well as one of the oldest.

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The 10 largest tram networks in the world
  1. Melbourne, Australia: 250km.
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  3. Berlin, Germany: 193km. ...
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  5. Milan, Italy: 181.8 km. ...
  6. Katowice (upper Silesia), Poland: 178km. ...
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Trams in the United States are rare and most often used for sightseeing or to access skiing in states like Alaska, Utah, and Wyoming.

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United States
  • Boston.
  • Jersey City (Hudson-Bergen Light Rail)
  • Minneapolis (Hiawatha Line)
  • Newark (Newark City Subway)
  • New Orleans.
  • Portland, Oregon.
  • Salt Lake City.
  • San Francisco.


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However, the demise of the streetcar came when lines were torn out of the major cities by bus manufacturing or oil marketing companies for the specific purpose of replacing rail service with buses. In many cases, postwar buses were cited as providing a smoother ride and a faster journey than the older, pre-war trams.

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Today, 130 years later, the interurban rail line serves more than 16 million passengers annually — and at 42 miles, it's the longest tramway in the world.

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It is called Gmunden and has 13,199 inhabitants. The only existing tram line, inaugurated on August 13, 1894, is managed by Stern & Hafferl and runs only 2.3 km long for 8 stops and for years was the shortest urban tram line in the world. There are another 5 new stops under construction along the route.

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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway The world's largest rotating tram car transports you 2.5 miles through rugged Chino Canyon, providing a breathtaking...

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The Roosevelt Island Tramway provides the most modern aerial tramway in the world, running every 7-15 minutes from 59th Street and Second Avenue in Manhattan to Tramway Plaza on Roosevelt Island.

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The tramway is the first commuter aerial tramway in North America, having opened in 1976. Since then, over 26 million passengers have ridden the tram. Manhattan, New York City, U.S. The tram consists of two cars that run back and forth on two parallel tracks.

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Invest in a rail pass to visit multiple cities Thankfully, rail travel in Belgium is both efficient and economical. There are stations in the heart of most major cities, and the SNCB rail system costs €8.40 ($8.75) per journey, no matter where you're headed; transferable 10-trip passes are also available for €87 ($91).

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